Tascam SS-CDR1 User manual

D01017520A
SS-CDR1
Solid State/CD Stereo Audio Recorder
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OWNER'S MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2 TASCAM SS-CDR1
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This a pplia n ce has a seria l numbe r
located on the rear panel. Please record
the model number and serial number
and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
For the customers in Europe
WARNING
T h i s i s a C l a s s A p r o d u c t . I n a d o m e s t i c
e n v i r o n m e n t , t h i s p r o d u c t m a y c a u s e r a d i o
interference in which case the user may be required
to take adequate measures.
Pour les utilisateurs en Europe
AVERTISSEMENT
Il s'a g it d 'un p r o du i t de C l a ss e A . D an s u n
environnement domestique, cet appareil peut
provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas
l'utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures
appropriées.
Für Kunden in Europa
Warnung
Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung
nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im
Wohnbereich Funkstörungen versursachen; in
diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden,
angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür
aufzukommen.
TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not
expres sly appr oved by TE AC CORPOR ATION
for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
For U.S.A.
CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 17 A
In North America use only on 120V supply.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TASCAM SS-CDR1 3
1Read these instructions.
2Keep these instructions.
3Heed all warnings.
4Follow all instructions.
5Do not use this apparatus near water.
6Clean only with dry cloth.
7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as
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vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such
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as a book case or similar unit.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the
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AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord
plug at any time.
An apparatus with Class I construction shall be
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connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding
connection.
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) should
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not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and head-
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phones can cause hearing loss.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power
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from the AC outlet with its STANDBY/ON in the
Standby position.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Rack-mounting the Unit
Use the supplied rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in a
standard 19-inch rack, as shown below.
Remove the feet of the unit before mounting.
NOTE
Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.
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Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for
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ventilation.
This product has been designed and manufactured
according to FDA regulations "title 21, CFR, chapter
1, subchapter J, based on the Radiation Control for
Health and Safety Act of 1968", and is classified as
a class 1 laser product. There is no hazardous invis-
ible laser radiation during operation because invis-
ible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is
completely confined in the protective housings.
The label required in this regulation is shown at 1.
Optical pickup
Type : HOP-6201TC
Manufacturer : Hitachi Media Electronics Co,Ltd.
Laser output : Less than 75 mW on the objective lens
(record)
Wavelength : 777 to 787 nm
CAUTION
•DONOTREMOVETHEPROTECTIVEHOUSING
USING A SCREWDRIVER.
•USEOFCONTROLSORADJUSTMENTSOR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
•IFTHISPRODUCTDEVELOPSTROUBLE,
CONTACT YOUR NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL, AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT
IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.
•CLASS1MINVISIBLELASERRADIATIONWHEN
OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. DO NOT
VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
Safety Information
1For USA

1 − Introduction
TASCAM SS-CDR1 5
Contents
1 − Introduction ............................... 7
Features of the SS-CDR1 ........................... 7
Supplied accessories..................................7
Media considerations ................................7
About CD-R and CD-RW discs................... 8
About finalizing.........................................8
Recordable discs .......................................................8
Handling of compact discs........................ 8
Never use a stabilizer or printable discs ................9
Environmental considerations.................. 8
Beware of condensation..........................................9
About this manual.....................................9
Connections ............................................. 10
Control connections...............................................10
2 − Controls and connectors ......... 11
Front panel............................................... 11
Rear panel ................................................ 13
Remote control unit (RC-SS1) .................. 13
The home screen ..................................... 15
Various indicators...................................................16
3 − Menu screens ........................... 17
Menu structure ........................................ 17
Operations in the menu screens............. 18
4 − Preparations ............................. 19
Connections ............................................................19
Turning the power on ............................................20
Setting the date and time .....................................20
Adjusting the display.............................................21
Adjusting the contrast ...........................................21
Adjusting the brightness .......................................21
Inserting a CompactFlash card..............................22
About the door lock...............................................22
Removing the card .................................................22
Inserting a CD .........................................................23
Removing a CD .......................................................23
Selecting the device ...............................................23
5 − Playback.................................... 24
Files that can be played .........................................24
Tracks and files .......................................................24
Play area..................................................................24
Selecting the type of play area.............................24
Selecting the current folder or current playlist ...25
Basic playback operations .....................................25
Playback ..................................................................25
Selecting a track .....................................................25
Skipping to the previous or next track.................25
Specifying a track number.....................................26
Fast-forward/rewind search ..................................26
Time search.............................................................26
Time searching from an incomplete entry...........27
Time skip .................................................................27
Playback modes ......................................................27
Specifying the playback mode..............................27
Program playback...................................................28
Switching the playback time display mode .........28
Power-on play ........................................................29
Repeat playback .....................................................29
Conventional repeat playback ..............................29
A-B Repeat playback ..............................................29
Pitch Control playback ...........................................30
Specifying the Pitch Step.......................................30
Key Control playback .............................................31
Using the remote’s dedicated key to turn
Key Control on/off......................................31
Auto Cue function ..................................................32
Using the remote’s dedicated key to turn
Auto Cue on/off ..........................................32
Auto Ready function ..............................................33
Turning the Auto Ready function on/off
from the front panel...................................33
Call function ...........................................................33
Incremental Playback .............................................34
Using the remote’s dedicated key ........................34
Using the menu to make settings.........................34
Playing back in monaural ......................................35
Resume Playback ....................................................35
Flash Start function................................................36
End of disc/track message (EOM) .........................37
Specifying an EOM tally output trigger...............37
Example of actual use............................................37
6 − Recording.................................. 38
Selecting the input source.....................................38
Using the dedicated remote key to select
the source ....................................................38
Using the menu to select the source ....................38
Input source indicator............................................39
Specifying the recording file format ....................39
Using the sampling rate converter .......................40
Monitoring the input signal ..................................40
Adjusting the input signal level and balance ......41
Basic recording operation......................................41
Finalizing a CD ........................................................43
Finalizing operation ...............................................43
Switching the recording time display mode....... 44

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Contents
Sync recording ....................................................... 44
Making settings..................................................... 44
Sync Record operation ...........................................46
Auto Track function................................................47
Using the menu ......................................................47
Using the remote’s dedicated key
to switch modes..........................................48
Assigning a new track number manually.............48
Applying the compressor while recording...........48
Specifying the name of the recording file
(WAV and MP3 only)...................................49
7 − Using the folder finder............ 50
Overview.................................................................50
Opening the folder finder screen .........................50
Navigating in the folder finder screen .................50
Operations when a folder is highlighted.............50
Operations when a file is highlighted..................51
Operations in the folder menu screen .................52
Renaming a folder (CF card only)..........................52
Deleting a folder (CF card only) ............................52
Undeleting a deleted folder (UNDO)
(CF card only)...............................................53
Making a folder the current folder.......................53
Creating a new folder ............................................53
Adding an entire folder to a playlist
(CF card only)...............................................54
Undoing a folder menu operation (UNDO)..........54
Operations in the file menu screen
(CF card only)...............................................54
Editing the file name..............................................55
Deleting a file .........................................................55
Adding files to a playlist........................................56
Dividing a file (DIVIDE) ..........................................56
Combining files (COMBINE)...................................57
Undoing a file menu operation (UNDO)...............58
Moving or copying a file (CF card only)................58
Moving a file within a folder ................................58
Moving or copying a file between folders ..........59
8 − Using the CD-DA finder screen
(AudioCD only)........................ 60
Opening the CD-DA finder screen ........................60
Selecting the track to play.....................................60
Editing CD text .......................................................60
9 − Editing a playlist (CF only) ...... 62
Overview.................................................................62
Opening the playlist finder screen .......................62
Navigating in the playlist finder screen ...............62
Operations in the playlist menu screen ...............63
Adding a file/folder to a playlist...........................63
Deleting a file/all files from a playlist ..................63
Moving a file...........................................................64
10 − Copying files between
CD and CF card ........................ 65
Copying/converting and copying files
from CF card to CD......................................65
Creating an audio CD.............................................65
Creating a data CD .................................................67
Copying/converting and copying files
from CD to CF card......................................68
Converting and copying audio CD tracks.............68
Copying files from a data CD ................................70
11 − CD-RW management.............. 72
Unfinalizing a CD....................................................72
Erasing a track ........................................................72
Erasing a disc ..........................................................73
Refreshing a disc (complete erasure)....................73
12 − Other settings ........................ 74
Restoring the factory settings ..............................74
Formatting a CompactFlash card ..........................74
Viewing information about the media.................75
13 − Operation using a computer
keyboard ................................. 76
Specifying the keyboard type...............................76
Using the keyboard to enter names .....................76
List of keyboard operations ..................................77
Keyboard operations .............................................77
14 − Using the RS-232C connector. . 79
15 − Messages ................................ 80
16 − Troubleshooting ..................... 82
17 − Specifications ......................... 83
Dimensional diagram.............................................84

1 − Introduction
TASCAM SS-CDR1 7
1 − Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM SS-CDR1
Solid State Stereo Audio Recorder.
Before connecting and using the unit, please take time to
read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand how
to properly set up and connect the SS-CDR1, as well as
the operation of its many useful and convenient functions.
After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it
in a safe place for future reference.
NOTE
This product is designed to help you record and repro-
duce sound works to which you own the copyright, or
where you have obtained permission from the copy-
right holder or the rightful licensor. Unless you own the
copyright, or have obtained the appropriate permission
from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor, your
unauthorized recording, reproduction or distribution
thereof may result in severe criminal penalties under
copyright laws and international copyright treaties. If
you are uncertain about your rights, contact your legal
advisor. Under no circumstances will TEAC Corporation
be responsible for the consequences of any illegal copy-
ing performed using the SS-CDR1.
Supplied accessories
In addition to this manual, the SS-CDR1 has been packed
with the following:
RC-SS1 remote control unit (with 5m cable)
•.................1
AC power cable
•...............................................................1
A rack-mounting screw kit (screws and washers)
•..........1
Security Screw
•................................................................2
A warranty card
•..............................................................1
Contact your TASCAM supplier if any of these items are
missing.
Features of the SS-CDR1
Two-channel audio recorder using CF cards and CD
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media.
Can be mounted in a single rack space.
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Use CF cards to record/play 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz 16-bit
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linear PCM audio (WAV format) or MP3 audio. Use CD
discs to record/play CD-DA (audio CD) or MP3 audio,
or to play WAV audio
Provides parallel and serial control ports to allow
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control from outside.
Flash Start function allows playback to begin instantly.
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Playback control functionality such as Pitch Control and
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Key Control.
Play lists and folders can be used to freely specify the
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range of playback.
Track editing is provided (only for linear PCM audio
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recorded on a CF card).
An internal clock is provided for time stamping.
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Balanced and unbalanced analog audio inputs and
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outputs as well as coaxial digital audio input and output
are provided.
Wired remote control for reliable operation is provided.
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A PS/2 keyboard can be connected to control the unit or
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to enter text.
Media considerations
The capacities and performance of your SS-CDR1 will
vary based on the speed and abilities of the Compact
Flash (CF) media used. Older and some cheaper Compact
Flash (CF) cards use slower memory components and
little internal buffering which results in poor recording
performance. Newer CF cards, not only perform reading
and writing faster, but also come in larger storage size.
NOTE
A card more than 512 MB should be used on the
SS-CDR1.
The SS-CDR1 supports only Type I Compact Flash media.
Type I cards are typically FLASH-ROM based and provide
higher performance and durability than hard disk cards.
A current list of tested CF cards and their capacities is
maintained and available for viewing on the TASCAM
website at www.tascam.com
CompactFlash cards are precision devices. To prevent
damage to the card or the slot, please observe the following
cautions.
Do not leave a CF card in an extremely hot or cold loca-
•
tion.
Do not leave a CF card in an extremely damp location.
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Do not allow a CF card to become wet.
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Do not place any object on top of a CF card, or twist or
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bend it.
Do not subject a CF card to strong impact.
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In this manual, we use the term “recordable” disc to
describe a CD-R or CD-RW disc that has not been final-
ized, i.e. further recording is possible on the disc.
Recordable discs
About CD-R and CD-RW discs
CD-R discs can be recorded once only. Once they
have been used for recording, they cannot be erased or
re-recorded. However, if space is available on the disc,
additional material can be recorded. The packaging of
CD-R discs will include one of the following logos:
By contrast, a CD-RW disc can be used in much the same
way as a CD-R disc, but the last track or tracks recorded
can be erased before the disc has been “finalized”, and the
space on the disc can be re-used for other recordings. The
packaging of CD-RW discs will include one of the follow-
ing logos:
High Speed
However, you should note that an audio CD created using
a CD-RW disc may not play back satisfactorily on every
audio CD player. It will, naturally, be playable on the
SS-CDR1. This is in no way a limitation of the SS-CDR1
itself, but of the difference between the different types of
media and the methods used to read them.
There are precautions that you should take when handling
CD-R and CD-RW discs.
Avoid touching the recording (non-label) side of a disc on
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which you will be recording. Recording on a disc requires
a cleaner surface than playing back, and fingerprints,
grease, etc. can cause errors in the recording process.
CD-R and CD-RW discs are sensitive to the effects of
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heat and ultraviolet rays. It is important that they are not
stored in a location where direct sunlight will fall on
them, and which is away from sources of heat such as
radiators or heat-generating electrical devices.
Always store CD-R and CD-RW discs in their cases to
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avoid dirt and dust accumulating on their surfaces.
When labeling CD-R and CD-RW discs, always use a
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soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write the information.
Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen, as this may
cause damage to the recorded side.
Always keep the recording sides of the discs away from
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grime and dust to avoid a reduction in sound quality.
To clean a disc, wipe gently with a soft dry cloth from
the center towards the outside edge. Do not use thinner,
gasoline, benzene or LP cleaning fluid, as these will
damage the disc and cause the disc unplayable.
Do not put labels or protective sheets on the discs and do
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not use any protective coating spray.
If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a
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CD-R and CD-RW discs, read the precautions supplied
with the disc, or contact the disc manufacturer directly.
About finalizing
Although audio data may be written on a CD-R or CD-RW
disc, a standard CD player will not be able to read the data
(i.e. play back the audio) until a final *TOC has been writ-
ten at the start of the disc.
*TOC:Table of contents
Information of recorded data, which contains titles, starting
and ending addresses, and etc..
The process of writing this table of contents is known as
“finalizing”. Once this has been done, no further data can
be written to the disc. See “Finalizing” on page 43 for
details. In the case of a CD-RW disc which has been final-
ized, the whole of the disc may be erased, or the disc may
be “refreshed”, and the disc re-used.
In addition, a CD-RW disc that has been finalized may be
“unfinalized”, i.e. only the TOC is removed. This allows
further tracks to be recorded to the disc, provided that
there is space on the disc.
The SS-CDR1 has been designed for the playback of
CD-DA (standard audio) format discs and MP3 files record -
ed on the discs using the ISO9660 format: In addition to
ordinary 5-inch and 3-inch CDs, it can also play properly
recorded CD-R and CD-RW discs.
Always insert the compact discs into the unit with their
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label facing upward.
To remove a disc from its case, press down on the center
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of the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding it care -
fully by the edges.
Handling of compact discs

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TASCAM SS-CDR1 9
Environmental considerations
The SS-CDR1 may be used in most areas, but to maintain
top performance, and prolong operating life, observe the
following environmental conditions:
The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and
•
35°C (41°F and 95°F).
Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 percent.
•
As the unit may become hot during operation, always
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leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. Do
not install this unit in a confined space such as a book-
case, and do not put anything on top of the unit.
Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
•
electrical device such as a power amplifier.
Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for
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correct operation.
Do not use any benzene, paint thinner, ethyl alcohol
•
or other chemical agents to clean the unit as it could
damage the surface. To clean the unit, wipe gently with
a soft dry cloth.
NOTE
The voltage supplied to the unit should match the volt-
age as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt
regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
Beware of condensation
If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used
after a sudden temperature change, there is a danger of
condensation; vapor in the air could condense on the inter-
nal mechanism, making correct operation impossible.
To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the player sit for one or
two hours at the new room temperature before using.
About this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
The names of keys and controls are given in the follow-
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ing typeface: MENU.
If a preset indicator in the display (i.e. one which cannot
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change, but is either on or off) is shown, this is shown as
follows: A_TRACK.
When the alphanumeric portion of the display shows a
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message (inc. pop-up), selectable value (i.e. values of
DB), or ON/OFF selection (i.e. SRC ON), this is shown
in the following typeface: MOVE
CompactFlash cards are referred to as “CF cards”.
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CD-DA format is sometimes referred to as “audio CD”
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format. An audio disc containing tracks recorded in audio
CD format is sometimes referred to as an “audio CD”.
A CD containing MP3 or WAV files is sometimes
•
referred to as a “data CD”.
Never use a stabilizer or printable discs
Using commercially available CD stabilizers or printable
recordable discs with this player will damage the mecha-
nism and cause it to malfunction.
NOTE
Never use a disc that has had a stabilizer mounted to it.
The residual adhesive may cause the disc to stick to the
turntable of the SS-CDR1. If it sticks to the turntable,
you will need a technician to get it out.
Avoid getting fingerprints on the signal side (the non-
•
label side). Grime and dust may cause skipping, so keep
discs clean and store them in their cases when not being
played. To clean the signal side of a disc, wipe gently with
a soft dry cloth from the center towards the outside edge.
Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions,
•
benzene, paint thinner or other chemical agents to clean
CDs as they could damage the delicate playing surface.
It may cause CDs to become unplayable.
Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid
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serious scratches that could cause the laser pickup to “skip.”
Keep discs away from direct sunlight, and places of
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high heat and humidity. If left in such places, warping
could result.
Do not affix any labels or stickers to the label side of the
•
disc. Do not write on the disc with a ballpoint pen.
Do not insert discs that have adhesive remaining from
•
tape or stickers that have been removed. If they are
inserted into the player, they could stick to the internal
mechanism, requiring removal by a technician.
Do not use cracked discs.
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Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using non-circu-
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lar promotional, etc. discs.
Music discs with copy control, a copy-protection
•
system, have been released from several record compa-
nies in an attempt to protect the copyright. Since some
of these discs do not comply with the CD specifications,
they may not be playable on the SS-CDR1.

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The pinouts of the CONTROL I/O (PARALLEL) terminal
on the rear panel (see “Rear panel” on page 13) are:
Pin Function IN/OUT
1GND —
2 Play/Flash 1 In
3Stop/Flash 2 In
4 Record/Flash 3 In
5≤(Next)/Flash 4 In
6µ(Previous)/Flash 5 In
7 Flash Load In
8 Fader Start In
9Flash Tally Out
10 Ready Tally Out
11 Record Tally Out
12 Stop Tally Out
13 Play Tally Out
14 Remote Select*2In
15 Ready/Flash 6 In
16 Call/Flash 7 In
17 Auto Cue/Flash 8 In
18 Auto Ready/Flash 9 In
19 Pitch/Flash 10 In
20 Flash Page*3In
21 EOM Tally Out
22 CF Tally Out
23 — —
24 CD Tally Out
25 +5V*1—
In: External command reception active flow
(operates at 30 ms or longer of ground)
Out: transport status by open drain
Indication signal (maximum voltage 50 V, maximum current
50 mA)
*1 Maximum supplied current is 50 mA.
*2 Pin 14 (Remote Select)
When this pin is high, the input pins for which the above
table lists two commands separated by a “/” (pins 2–6
and 15–19) will perform the first-listed function, and can
be used as conventional parallel controllers.
When this pin is low, the above-listed input pins will func-
tion as flash start keys.
*3 Pin 20 (Flash Page)
When pin 14 (Remote Select) is low, the assigned tracks
will be as follows according to the high/low state of pin
20.
#14 #20 Flash-start status
Low High 1–10
Low Low 11–20
Tall signals are open collector, with a maximum current
of 50 mA. Input signals are active when low (ground)
for ≥ 30 ms.
A fader start/stop control should be wired according to the
following schematic:
START
STOP
Pin 1
FADER START
Pin 8
GND
PARALLEL
Control connections
The following should be noted when you connect the unit
to other equipment.
It is possible to connect the unit’s DIGITAL COAXIAL IN ,
and balanced or unbalanced ANALOG INs (L, R) to other
equipment at the same time. However, the unit can receive
signals from only one input at a time. Currently selected
input jack is shown on the display.
Audio signals output from the unit are output from the
balanced or unbalanced ANALOG OUT jacks, as well as
from the DIGITAL COAXIAL OUT connector simultane-
ously (but not from the digital output in stop mode).
Connections

2 − Controls and connectors
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2 − Controls and connectors
Front panel
1POWER switch Tu r ns the power on/off.
2POWER ON PLAY switch Turns the Power-on Play
function (which causes playback to start when the unit is
powered-on) on or off (see “Power-on Play” on page 29).
3CD slot Insert the CD here (see “Inserting a CD” on
page 23).
4CompactFlash card slot Insert a CompactFlash card
here (see “Inserting a CompactFlash card” on page 22).
5EJECT (ø) key Press this key to eject the CD (see
“Inserting a CD” on page 23).
6LCD display This shows the home screen, various
menu screens, the nder screen, and warning messages.
7Device indicators (CD, CF) The indicator of the de-
vice (CF or CD) that is selected as the current device will
light. The indicator will blink while a device is being
selected or while media is being written.
8SELECT key Use this key to select the current device
(CF or CD). Select the media that you want to use. The
current device indicator (CF or CD indicator) will blink
while the device is being selected, and will light steadi-
ly after it has been selected.
9MULTI JOG dial You can use this dial both by turning
it as a wheel and by pressing it as a key.
[Wheel functions]
When the home screen is displayed, use the wheel to
select tracks.
When entering a program, use the wheel to select a
track to register.
When in menu mode, use the wheel to select a menu
item or to select a value.
When editing a name, use the wheel to select characters.
By holding down the DISPLAY (INFO) key and turning
the MULTI JOG dial, you can adjust the display contrast.
[Key functions]
Press to select or enter a setting (ENTER key function).
While the finder screen is displayed, hold down this
key to move/copy the highlighted file (see “Moving or
copying a file (CF card only)” on page 58).
0MENU key While the home screen is displayed, press-
ing this key will enter menu mode. The MENU screen
will appear.
By holding down this key while stopped or paused,
you can access the finder screen for the current device
and playback area setting (see “Opening the folder
finder screen” on page 50, “Opening the play list
finder screen” on page 62, and “Opening the CD-DA
finder screen” on page 60).
q∆(˙) key While playing or paused, holding down
this key will rewind while outputting audio (Review
function).
While playing or paused, momentarily pressing this
key will perform the Time Skip function (see “Time
skip” on page 27).
In menu mode, this key returns to the previous level.
If the play area is FOLDER, you can select the current
folder by pressing this key while stopped.
If the play area is PLAYLIST, you can select the
current playlist by pressing this key while stopped.
When entering a name, this key moves the cursor
toward the beginning.
While editing a name, this key moves the cursor
toward the left.
w˚(¥) key While playing or paused, holding down
this key will fast-forward while outputting audio (Cue
function).
While playing or paused, momentarily pressing this
key will perform the Time Skip function (see “Time
skip” on page 27).
In menu mode, this key proceeds to the next level.
If the play area is FOLDER, you can press this key
while stopped to select the current folder.
If the play area is PLAYLIST, you can press this key
while stopped to select the current playlist.
When editing a name, this key moves the cursor toward
the end (see “Editing the file name” on page 55).
eTIME (ESC) key When a menu screen or nder screen
is displayed, you can press this key to return to the
home screen.
When in the home screen, pressing this key will switch
the time display mode of the recorder (see “Switching the
playback time display mode” on page 28, “Switching the
recording time display mode” on page 44).
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deletes a highlighted character. Also, pressing and
holding this key deletes all characters following the
highlighted position.
Pressing this key while selecting a device will cancel the
operation and return to the home screen.
rDISPLAY (INFO) key When in the home screen, press-
ing this key will cycle the indication in the lower left of
the screen between “le name ∑folder/playlist name
∑ le information”.
When the finder menu is displayed, pressing this key
will display property information for the selected fold-
er or track.
When a file or folder name is highlighted, pressing and
holding this key scrolls the name on the screen to show
the whole name.
When a MP3 file that was not created by this unit is
selected, and the file contains title information in a
ID3 tag, pressing this key shows the title instead of the
file name in the home screen.
When editing a name, this key switches the type of
character (uppercase/lowercase).
You can adjust the display contrast by holding down
this key and turning the MULTI JOG dial.
tCALL key When you press this key, the SS-CDR1 will
search for the call point (the point at which playback
was most recently started from the pause condition), and
will enter pause mode (see “Call function” on page 33).
When editing a name, this key inserts a space.
When copying or exchange-copying between a CF
card and a CD, use this key to select or de-select a file.
ySTOP key When you press this key while playing
back or recording, playback or recording will stop.
Pressing this key while stopped or while selecting a
track will cancel the track selection.
Pressing this key while stopped in program mode will
clear all programs.
Pressing this key while editing will cancel the editing
operation.
uPLAY key While stopped or paused, press this key to
start playback.
While in the record-ready condition, press this key to
start recording.
The key will light during playback or recording.
iREADY key While stopped or paused, press this key
to enter the pause condition.
While recording, press this key to enter record-ready
mode.
oRECORD (TRK INC) key While stopped, press this
key to enter record-ready mode.
While recording, press this key to increment the track
number.
The key will light when in recording mode.
If no media is inserted in the current device, press-
ing this key will select input monitoring, so that the
selected input signal will be output. This key will blink
while input monitoring is active.
pKEYBOARD connector You can connect a PS/2 key-
board here.
Set the UTILITY menu KEYBOARD setting appro-
priately for the type of keyboard you’ve connected (see
“Specifying the keyboard type” on page 76).
aPITCH knob Turn this knob to adjust the pitch (play-
back speed). (See “Pitch control playback” on page 30.)
You can press this knob to turn pitch control on/off.
By holding down this knob you can access pitch step
switch mode.
sPHONES knob, PHONES jack You can connect stereo
headphones to the PHONES jack.
Use the PHONES knob to adjust the headphone volume.

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Remote control unit (RC-SS1)
1FLASH LOAD key This loads the registered tracks in
preparation for Flash Start. When the tracks have been
loaded, the display will indicate FLASH (see “Flash Start
function” on page 36).
2DEVICE SELECT key This key has the same function
as the front panel SELECT key.
3DISPLAY key This has the same function as the front
panel DISPLAY (INFO) key.
4TIME key If you press this key while in the home screen,
the time display mode of the recorder will change (see
“Switching the playback time display mode” on page 28,
“Switching the recording time display mode” on page
44).
5P.MODE key This switches the playback mode be-
tween CONTINUE (normal consecutive playback),
SINGLE (play one song), PROGRAM (program play-
back), and RANDOM (random playback) (see “Play-
back modes” on page 27).
6A. CUE key This turns the Auto Cue function on/off
(see “Auto Cue function” on page 32).
Rear panel
dANALOG INPUTS L/R (BALANCED) jacks These are
analog input jacks (XLR balanced).
The nominal input level is +4 dBu.
Pin wiring: pin 1 = ground, pin 2 = hot, pin 3 = cold.
fANALOG INPUTS L/R (UNBALANCED) jacks These
are analog input jacks (RCA pin jacks).
The nominal input level is -10 dBV.
gANALOG OUTPUTS L/R (UNBALANCED) jacks
These are analog output jacks (RCA pin jacks).
The nominal output level is -10 dBV.
hANALOG OUTPUTS L/R (BALANCED) plugs These
are analog output plugs (XLR balanced).
The nominal output level is +4 dBu.
Pin wiring: pin 1 = ground, pin 2 = hot, pin 3 = cold.
jDIGITAL IN/OUT (COAXIAL) jacks These are digital in-
put/output jacks compatible with IEC-60958 (S/PDIF).
kCONTROL I/O (RS-232C) connector This is a D-sub
9-pin RS-232C connector for control I/O. You can
connect it to an external computer or other device (see
“Using the RS-232C connector” on page 79).
lCONTROL I/O (PARALLEL) connector This is a D-
sub 25-pin parallel connector for control I/O. You can
connect it to an external controller. For the pin wiring,
refer to “Control connection” on page 10.
;REMOTE IN connector Connect the RC-SS1 dedi-
cated remote here.
zAC IN connector Connect the included power cable
here.

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7 A. READY key This turns the Auto Ready function on/
off (see “Auto Ready function” on page 33).
8 INC PLAY key This turns the Incremental Play func-
tion on/off (see “Incremental Playback” on page 34).
9 KEY key This turns the Key Control Play function on/
off (see “Key Control playback” on page 31).
0 SYNC key This turns Sync Recording on/off (see
“Sync recording” on page 44).
q A. TRACK key This switches the Auto Track mode be-
tween OFF, LEVEL, DD, and TIME (see “Auto Track
function” on page 47).
w FINDER key This key accesses the nder screen for
the current device and play area setting (see “Opening
the playlist finder screen” on page 62, “Opening the
CD-DA finder screen” on page 60).
e MENU key This key has the same function as the front
panel MENU key. However, it does not have the function
of accessing the finder screen when the key is held down.
r SEARCH (∆, ˚) keys These have the same func-
tion as the front panel ∆ , ˚ keys. However, they
will not operate in menu mode.
t SKIP (µ, ≤) keys These have the same function
as turning the front panel MULTI JOG dial.
y STOP key This has the same function as the front
panel STOP key.
u LCD- , LCD+ keys These adjust the contrast of the
LCD display (see “Adjusting the contrast” on page 21).
i REPEAT key This turns the Repeat Play function on/
off (see “Conventional repeat play” on page 29).
o A-B key Use this key for A-B Repeat playback opera-
tions (see “A-B Repeat play” on page 29).
p PITCH key This has the same function as pressing the
front panel PITCH knob (see “Pitch Control play” on
page 30).
 + , - keys These have the same function as turning the
front panel PITCH knob (see “Pitch Control play” on
page 30).
a INPUT SEL key This selects the recording input
source. You can choose ANALOG (RCA), ANALOG
(XLR), or COAXIAL (see “Selecting the input source”
on page 38).
s Numeric keys (0–9) Use these to select tracks (see
“Specifying a track number” on page 26).
d CLR/ESC key If you press this while entering a track
number, the track number entry will return to the ini-
tial condition.
If you press this while entering a program or while
registering a track number, the track number will be
cancelled. Otherwise, the last-registered program will
be deleted (see “Program playback” on page 28).
By holding down this key while a menu screen or
finder screen is displayed, you can return to the home
screen.
f §,¶,˙,¥(cursor) keys Use these keys for menu op-
erations. Use the § , ¶ keys to select items or values
vertically. Use the ˙ key to return upward through a
menu structure, and use the ¥ key to proceed into a
menu structure.
g ENTER key This has the same function as pressing the
front panel MULTI JOG dial.
h RECORD key This has the same function as the front
panel RECORD key.
j CALL key This has the same function as the front
panel CALL key (see “Call function” on page 33).
k READY key This has the same function as the front
panel READY key.
l PLAY key This has the same function as the front
panel PLAY key.

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The basic screen shown in the display is called the “home screen”.
If any screen other than the home screen is shown, pressing the TIME (ESC) key (or the remote CLR/ESC key) will take you
back to the home screen.
The home screen
The home screen shows the following information.
1Play area This shows the currently specified play
area.
2Playback mode This shows the currently specified
playback mode.
3Input source indicator This shows the currently se-
lected input.
4Level meter During playback this shows the playback
level, and during recording or in record-ready mode it
shows the recording level.
5Current device This area indicates the current device
(CF or CD). However if the current device is a CD, and
a CD-RW or CD-R disc is inserted, this will indicate
CDRW or CDR.
6Time display mode indicator This shows the selected
time display mode.
7Counter This shows the track number and time.
The time is shown as the currently selected time mode.
8Information This shows information such as the le
name.
9TOC The TOC indication will light when you have
inserted a nalized CD and the SS-CDR1 has nished
reading the TOC data.

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The content shown here will depend on whether the unit is
in playback/stop, or recording/record-ready modes.
While playing or stopped
1REPEAT
This will be lit in Repeat Mode.
2A-B
This will be lit in A-B Repeat mode.
3PITCH
This will be lit if the Pitch Control function is active.
4KEY
This will be lit if the Key Control function is active.
5A_CUE
This will be lit if the Auto Cue function is active.
6A_READY
This will be lit if the Auto Ready function is active.
7INC_PLAY
This will be lit if the Incremental Play function is
active.
8FLASH
This will be lit if Flash Load has been completed.
While recording or record-ready
9FILE
This indicates the recording file format (WAV, MP3, or
CD-DA).
0FS
This indicates the sampling rate of the recording file.
qBIT
This indicates the bit rate of the file being recorded
(only for an MP3 file).
wA_TRACK
This will be lit if the Auto Track function is on.
eSYNC
This will be lit if Sync Recording is on.
rSRC
This will light if the Sampling Rate Converter function
is on.
tCOMP
This will be lit if the compressor is on.
yVOLUME
This indicates the recording volume.
Various indicators

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3 − Menu screens
The SS-CDR1 has a menu system with various settings.
When you press the MENU key, the main menu list screen
will appear.
MENU when the CF device is selected.
MENU when the CD device is selected.
Menu structure
There are four main menus, as follows.
PLAY menu: Contains playback-related menu items.
REC menu: Contains recording-related menu items.
UTILITY menu: Contains system settings for the SS-CDR1.
CD menu: This menu contains CD-specific operations
The following table summarizes the items in each menu.
Menu option Sub-Menu option Function Reference page
PL AY PLAY AREA Play area setting Page 24
PLAY MODE Play mode setting Page 27
AUTO CUE Auto Cue on/off and setting Page 32
AUTO READY Auto Ready on/off Page 33
REPEAT Repeat Play on/off Page 29
KEY Key Control on/of and setting Page 31
PREFERENCE Various playback preferences Page 34
REC INPUT SELECT Input source selection Page 38
INPUT VOLUME Input volume setting Page 41
REC FORMAT Recording file format setting Page 39
SYNC Sync Recording setting Page 44
AUTO TRACK Auto Track Increment setting Page 47
PREFERENCE Various recording preferences Page 40
UTILTIY MEMORY FORMAT Format a CompactFlash card Page 74
LCD BRIGHTNESS Display brightness setting Page 21
KEYBOARD PS/2 keyboard type setting Page 76
CLOCK ADJUST Internal clock time setting Page 20
RS-232C RS-232C communication setting Page 79
INFORMATION View the media information Page 75
FACTORY PRESET Restore the factory settings Page 75
CD FINALIZE Finalize a CD-R/CD-RW Page 43
ERASE Erase a CD-RW Page 72
BURN TO CD Write from CF to CD Page 65
RIP TO CF Write from CD to CF Page 68
NOTE
Even if the CD device is selected, you will not be able to select the CD menu if no CD is inserted.

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Operations in the menu screens
You can perform operations in the menu screens as fol-
lows.
To select an item (vertically in the screen):
•
Turn the MULTI JOG dial of the SS-CDR1.
Use the cursor §, ¶ keys of the remote.
To confirm the highlighted item:
•
Press the MULTI JOG dial of the SS-CDR1.
Press the ENTER key of the remote.
To move the cursor left/right:
•
Use the ∆, ˚ keys of the SS-CDR1.
Use the cursor ˙, ¥ keys of the remote.
To select a sub-screen not currently shown in the
•
screen (an arrow is shown at the right):
Press the ˚key of the SS-CDR1.
Press the cursor ¥key of the remote.
To return to the previous menu level:
•
Press the ∆key of the SS-CDR1. Press the cursor
˙key of the remote.
To return directly to the home screen from menu
•
mode:
Press the TIME (ESC) key of the SS-CDR1.
Press the CLR/ESC key of the remote.
NOTE
If there is an item above (or below) the currently•
displayed list, a §or ¶symbol will be shown at
the top or bottom of the list.
As a specific example, we’ll explain how to turn the•
PLAY menu item AUTO CUE “on”, and then change
the auto cue level.
1Press the MENU key to access the main menu list
screen.
2Select the desired menu.
From the SS-CDR1:
Turn the MULTI JOG dial to highlight PLAY, and then
press the MULTI JOG dial.
From the remote:
Use the cursor §, ¶ keys to highlight PLAY, and
press the ENTER key.
3Select the AUTO CUE item.
From the SS-CDR1:
Turn the MULTI JOG dial to highlight AUTO CUE, and
then press the MULTI JOG dial (or the ˚key).
From the remote:
Use the cursor §, ¶ keys to highlight AUTO CUE,
and then press the ENTER key (or the cursor ¥key).
4Turn the AUTO CUE item ON.
From the SS-CDR1:
Turn the MULTI JOG dial to highlight ON .
From the remote:
Use the cursor §, ¶ keys to highlight ON.
5Proceed to the AUTO CUE sub-screen.
From the SS-CDR1:
Press the ˚key.
From the remote:
Press the cursor ¥key.
6Set AUTO CUE LEVEL to the desired level.
From the SS-CDR1:
Turn the MULTI JOG dial to select a value.
From the remote:
Use the cursor §, ¶ keys to select a value.
7To return to the home screen.
From the SS-CDR1:
Press the TIME (ESC) key.
From the remote:
Press the CLR/ESC key.

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Connecting headphones
Connect your stereo headphones to the PHONES jack. Use
the PHONES knob located above the PHONES jack to
adjust the volume.
Connecting a PS/2 keyboard
You can use a keyboard to enter file (track) names and
folder names, and also use it to control the SS-CDR1 (see
“Operation using a computer keyboard” on page 76).
Connecting audio devices (inputs)
Connect an external audio source (e.g., CD player, mixer)
to the SS-CDR1’s ANALOG INPUTS (BALANCED) jacks,
ANALOG INPUTS (UNBALANCED) jacks, or DIGITAL IN
jack. To select the input source, use the REC menu item
INPUT SELECT. To adjust the input volume, use the REC
menu item INPUT VOLUME.
Connecting audio devices (outputs)
Connect an external monitor system or mixer to the
SS- CDR1’s ANALOG OUTPUTS (BALANCED) plugs,
ANALOG OUTPUTS (UNBALANCED) jacks, or DIGITAL
OUT jack.
Computer
If you connect the SS-CDR1’s RS-232C connector to your
computer’s RS-232C connector, you’ll be able to control
the SS-CDR1 from your computer via a serial connection.
After making connections, you’ll need to make the correct
settings on your computer (see “Using the RS-232C con-
nector” on page 79.
Control via a parallel connection
If you want to control the SS-CDR1 via a parallel connec-
tion from an external controller, use the PARALLEL con-
nector (25-pin D-sub connector). For details on the pin
configuration of the PARALLEL connector, refer to
“Control connections” on page 10.
Connections
Keyboard
Computer
Mixer External controller
Headphones

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Turning the power on
Press the POWER switch to turn the power on.
The SS-CDR1 will start up, and the startup screen will
appear.
If no media is inserted, the display will indicate NO MEDIA.
If a media is inserted, the display will indicate MEDIA
READING , and the media will be read. When reading is
completed, the home screen will appear.
To turn the power off:
No special shutdown operation is required. Simply press
the POWER switch to turn the power off.
CAUTION
Do not turn off the power while the device indicator
(CF or CD) is blinking (i.e., while writing is occurring).
Setting the date and time
Here is how to set the date and time of the internal clock.
When you record, the date and time are recorded in the
audio file.
1Press the MENU key to access the menu list
screen.
2Turn the front panel MULTI JOG dial (or use the
remote’s cursor §, ¶ keys) to highlight
UTILITY, and press the MULTI JOG dial (or the
remote’s ENTER key).
The UTILITY menu selection screen will appear.
3Turn the front panel MULTI JOG dial (or use the
remote’s cursor §, ¶ keys) to highlight CLOCK
ADJUST, and press the front panel ˚key (or
the remote’s cursor ¥key).
The clock setting screen will appear.
4Press the front panel MULTI JOG dial (or the
remote’s ENTER key).
07 will be highlighted.
5Set the date and time as follows.
• Use the front panel ∆, ˚ keys (or the remote’s cur-
sor ˙, ¥ keys) to move the highlighted area to edit.
• Turn the front panel MULTI JOG dial (or use the
remote’s cursor §, ¶ keys) to change the value high-
lighted.
6 Whenyouhavenishedmakingsettings,press
the front panel MULTI JOG dial (or the remote’s
ENTERkey)tonalizethedateandtimesettings.